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# Microbiologist at Serán BioScience

- **Company:** Serán BioScience
- **Location:** Bend, OR
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-07-17
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/seranbio/84ed4962-0706-45af-b1a0-633cbb5e6267

## Job description

The Quality Control Department is seeking a microbiologist to support the Environmental Monitoring and Microbiology program. This role supports manufacturing through performing routine monitoring testing, utility testing, and cleaning process verifications testing. Work performed must be in accordance with US-FDA, EU and other applicable regulations. Preference will be given to those with regulatory knowledge and experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. Those with a background in microbiology and environmental monitoring in an adjacent industry are encouraged to apply.

Serán BioScience develops and manufactures novel drug products for a variety of pharmaceutical applications. We aim to build a workforce that is collaborative, creative, and kind. In addition to the skills required of the role, qualified candidates will approach their work with integrity and enthusiasm to promote a positive work culture. Employees are awarded generous PTO accrual, low-cost health benefits, and a 5% 401(k) contribution that does not require an employee match or vesting. Want to learn more about what we do, who we are, and how you can contribute? We look forward to seeing your application.

Duties and Responsibilities

- Conducts routine environmental monitoring sampling and testing including viable air, viable surface, and non-viable particulate testing in non-sterile and aseptic processing environments
- Conducts quality control testing of utilities including high purity water systems (TOC, Conductivity, Endotoxin, and Bioburden) and compressed gas systems (hydrocarbon, moisture, bioburden, non-viable particulates, et cetera)
- Conducts growth promotion testing and qualification testing to support environmental monitoring strategy
- Collects equipment swab samples in the manufacturing environment to support cleaning process verification testing
- Trends environmental monitoring data and writes environmental monitoring trend reports
- Writes microbiological testing protocols and conducts microbiological testing to support manufacturing qualification activities
- Authors Incident Reports, laboratory investigations, Change Controls, and CAPAs
- May represent EM/Micro as an SME in support of cross-functional initiatives
- Maintains laboratory cleanliness and organization through routine disinfection of laboratory surfaces and equipment, inventory management, and participation in 5S activities
- Coordinates with members of other departments to schedule sampling events and ensures timely communication of test results
- Logs samples and standards into the QC Laboratory
- Adheres to Standard Operating Procedures, cGMPs, Quality Manual, and company policies
- Identifies opportunities for improvement and takes initiative to lead improvement efforts
- Adjusts work schedule when necessary to meet testing needs
- Performs other related duties as assigned
- Responsibilities may increase in scope to align with company initiatives

Required Skills and Abilities

- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work in cross-functional teams
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to facilitate delegation of tasks when appropriate
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and dynamic environment
- Accepts feedback from a variety of sources and constructively manages conflict
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Education and Experience

- Bachelor’s degree in scientific discipline.  Degree in microbiology preferred.
- Scientist I requires 1 year performing environmental monitoring testing and/or microbiological testing in a manufacturing environment.
- Scientist II requires 2 years of GMP experience, 3-5 years preferred performing environmental monitoring testing and/or microbiological testing.

Physical Requirements

- Prolonged periods of sitting or standing while monitoring equipment, analyzing data, or working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds regularly
- Must be able to wear a Tyvek suit with PAPR for extended periods of time
- Exposure to constant low-level equipment noise, and occasional high-level alarms
- Work near heat generating equipment
- Move up and down ladders, kneel, squat, balance on one foot
- Adheres to consistent and predictable in-person attendance

Visit https://www.seranbio.com/careers to learn more about company culture and the community of Bend, Oregon.

Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Benefits Summary: Serán employees accrue over four weeks of paid time off annually. Employer contributions to a retirement account begin after 90 days and do not require an employee match or vesting period. Various health plans allow employees to find the best coverage for their individual or family needs with minimal employee contributions. Serán covers each employee with basic life and long-term disability, giving access to increase or add coverage. An Employee Assistance Program provides support for all things related to our employees’ wellbeing, along with access to pet insurance.

The Corporate Headquarters of Serán BioScience are located at 63047 Layton Ave, Bend, OR 97701

## About Serán BioScience

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Serán BioScience is a science-driven drug development partner providing integrated formulation, particle engineering, and clinical manufacturing services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Privately Held)
- **Headquarters**: Bend, Oregon, United States
- **Founded**: 2016
- **Founders**: Dr. Smithey (President, CEO, and Co-founder)

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: Biotechnology / Drug Development (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization – CDMO)
- **Target Customers**: B2B – Pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies (from preclinical to commercial stage)
- **Mission**: To provide optimized drug development and manufacturing services for clients, from discovery to the clinic, using a science-first approach to accelerate medicines to patients.

## Products & Services
- **Preformulation Services**: Physicochemical characterization and early feasibility studies to guide formulation strategy.
- **Formulation Development**: Design of robust formulations for poorly soluble compounds using spray drying, hot melt extrusion, fluid bed processing, granulation, and solid dosage forms (tablets, capsules, multiparticulates).
- **Particle Engineering**: Custom-built spray dryers capable of producing nano-to-micro particles; expertise in spray-dried dispersions and engineered particles for inhalation.
- **Clinical Manufacturing**: cGMP manufacturing of clinical trial materials (suspensions, capsules, tablets) with on-site ICH stability storage.
- **Commercial Manufacturing**: A 100,000 sq ft commercial manufacturing campus under construction, including large-scale spray drying for late-stage clinical and commercial supply.
- **Quality Control Laboratory**: Full release, stability, and microbial testing capabilities.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available
- **Key Metric**: Total Funding – Not disclosed; Headcount of 146 employees (+0.6% YoY as of latest LinkedIn data)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not publicly disclosed
- **Growth Signals**: Constructing a 100,000 sq ft commercial manufacturing facility; expanding team to over 200 members; adding new development facilities and quality control labs; LinkedIn follower growth of +29.1% year-over-year.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Science-First Approach**: Employs predictive design tools, novel chemistry, and advanced analytical methods from the earliest stages to de-risk development.
- **Particle Engineering Leadership**: Decades of experience with poorly soluble compounds; proprietary spray drying and particle engineering technologies (nano-structures to micro-particulates).
- **End-to-End Support**: Integrated services from preformulation through commercial manufacturing, reducing handoffs and timelines.
- **Right From the Start™ Methodology**: Parallel development of drug product intermediates and final dosage forms to accelerate programs.

## Strategic Focus
- **Commercial Scale-Up**: Investing in a dedicated commercial manufacturing campus to support clients’ late-stage and marketed products.
- **Technology Expansion**: Continuously expanding technical capabilities (spray drying, hot melt extrusion, fluid bed processing) and facility footprint.
- **Talent Acquisition**: Growing the team of scientists, engineers, and support staff to serve an increasing pipeline of complex drug molecules.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Collaborative, respectful, and fun environment where every role contributes to delivering novel therapies. Emphasis on mentoring and continuous learning.
- **Work-Life Balance**: Central Oregon lifestyle with outdoor recreation access; standard business hours (with alternative shifts in manufacturing/QC/QA).
- **On-Site Requirement**: All employees are expected to work on the Bend campus; remote flexibility considered on a case-by-case basis.
- **Benefits**: Paid time off, employer retirement contributions (no match or vesting required after 90 days), fully funded medical/dental/vision for employee and household, basic life and long-term disability, Employee Assistance Program.
- **Ideal Applicant**: Scientific background with GLP/GMP knowledge; inquisitive problem-solver who follows SOPs and collaborates toward common goals.

## Sources
1. [seranbio.com](https://www.seranbio.com/about)
2. [linkedin.com](https://linkedin.com/company/seran-bioscience)
3. [seranbio.com](https://www.seranbio.com/careers)
4. [seranbio.com](https://www.seranbio.com/?portfolioCats=34%2C23%2C29%2C35%2C22%2C24%2C30%2C25%2C28%2C31)
5. [jobs.lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/seranbio)

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